The 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 142 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

142

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

14V4000002014-03-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 142 owners have filed complaints about the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Electrical System20

02Exterior Lighting19

03Power Train15

04Air Bags12

05Engine10

142 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Pontiac Grand Prix Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined

16-18city

25-28hwy

$2,100-$3,050/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix returns 19–21 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Grand Prix - Automatic 4-spd

21mpg

3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city28 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Grand Prix - Automatic (S4)

19mpg

5.3L 8-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

16 city25 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix

11States

54%in top 3

21% of the market sits in Michigan, though listings span 11 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

MIMichigan

521%

PAPennsylvania

417%

TXTexas

417%

DEDelaware

28%

ILIllinois

28%

CACalifornia

28%

UTUtah

14%

NENebraska

14%

FLFlorida

14%

WIWisconsin

14%

GAGeorgia

14%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?

You'll get between 19 and 21 MPG combined from the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems top the list with 142 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.